Spicy Tuna Empanadas Recipe

Name: Spicy Tuna Empanadas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packet solid white tuna, drained and flaked; 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained; 1 (2 1/2 ounce) can of sliced black olives, drained; 1/2 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 1 hard-boiled egg, chopped; salt and pepper; 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce; 1/4 cup of medium thick chunky salsa; 2 (15 ounce) packages refrigerated pie crusts; additional salsa (for serving)

Servings: persons

1 (3 ounce) packet solid white tuna, drained and flaked
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained
1 (2 1/2 ounce) can of sliced black olives, drained
1/2 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 hard-boiled egg, chopped
salt and pepper
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup of medium thick chunky salsa
2 (15 ounce) packages refrigerated pie crusts
additional salsa (for serving)

1
In medium bowl, place tuna, chilies, olives, cheese, egg, salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Toss lightly with fork, add 1/4 cup of salsa; toss again and set aside.
2
Follow direction on pie crust package. Unfold the crust; cut 4 circles 4 inches each out of each crust. Place the 8 circles on a foil covered baking sheet. Wet the edges of each circle with water. Top each circle with 1/4 cup of lightly packed tuna mixture. Top each with remaining circles (you may have to stretch the top piece slightly to fit). Press edges together and crimp with a fork. Cut slits in top of crust for venting.
3
Bake at 425u00b0F for 15 to 18 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly and serve with additional salsa.

122

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (3 ounce) packet solid white tuna, drained and flaked, 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained, 1 (2 1/2 ounce) can of sliced black olives, drained, 1/2 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and more.

Yes, Spicy Tuna Empanadas falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Spicy Tuna Empanadas

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